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PJK 230S

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

56,559 mi
Last recorded56,559 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2018
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJK 230S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2018 56,559 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 56,302 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 56,255 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 17 Jun 2016 56,255 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 56,094 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 56,021 miles

o/s/r exhaust mounting rubber split. o/s/r brake binding slightly.

Pass 12 Apr 2011 55,811 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 55,811 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 55,705 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 55,705 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

o/s/f/ door lock release catch sticking.

Pass 19 Aug 2008 55,063 miles

o/s/f brake binding slightly.

Pass 8 Aug 2007 53,300 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 50,565 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 45,487 miles

n/s/f trackrod rubber split and n/s/r brake slight binding

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?

Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
302
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
8,423
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,320
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,718
brake binding 2,431
Stop lamp not working 2,126
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,894
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PJK 230S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 60,537 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,320 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PJK 230S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 49 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PJK 230S registered?

PJK 230S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 August 1977.

Is PJK 230S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJK 230S shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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